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A high BMI isn’t always a sign of poor health because BMI only compares weight and height—it doesn’t measure body composition. This means it cannot distinguish between fat, muscle, bone, or even water weight. Someone with a lot of muscle, such as an athlete or a person who strength-trains regularly, may be classified as “overweight” or even “obese” on the BMI scale, despite having low body fat and excellent overall health. Because BMI doesn’t account for body fat percentage, fat distribution, or metabolic markers, it can sometimes give a misleading picture. A muscular person can score high on BMI but have none of the health risks associated with excess body fat. Conversely, someone with a “normal” BMI could still have an unhealthy level of visceral fat. This is why BMI is only a rough screening tool, and why a more complete assessment—looking at body fat, waist measurement, fitness, and blood tests—gives a much more accurate understanding of someone’s health.

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